iPad mini - the main differences

The small iPad mini differs from the iPad 4 not only in the screen size and dimensions. Read the direct comparison of the similarities and differences between the two iOS devices.

measures and weight

Externally, the iPad mini convinces with a slim and elegant design and is clearly one of the tablet lightweights. Because the iPad 4 with 652 grams is more than twice as heavy as the little brother with its 308 grams. Due to the low weight and the pleasant external dimensions (200 x 134.7 x 7.2 mm) of the iPad mini, it not only fits comfortably in the hand, but also does not become too heavy for longer presentations. The relatively heavy iPad 4 with its large display and corresponding edge dimensions is not really suitable for this. The dimensions at a glance:

• iPad mini: 200 x 134.7 x 7.2 mm | 308 g
• iPad 4: 241.2 x 185.7 x 9.4 mm | 652 g

The iPad mini display is in the middle

Although you have to do without the retina display built into the iPad 4 on the iPad mini, you still get a high-contrast multi-touch screen with LED backlighting. The screen size is impressive with 20.1 centimeters. That's a good four centimeters less than the iPad 4. Compared to the Android competition, such as the Google Nexus 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Tab, the iPad mini gives you over two centimeters more space for apps, websites or e-books, This pays off in practice. This places the iPad mini very well in the middle between the 7-inch Android devices and the 9.7-inch retina display in the iPad.

No cutbacks in photo and video recordings with the iPad mini

In the iPad mini you don't have to do without the 5 megapixel camera of the iPad 4 or the Facetime HD camera with 1.2 megapixels on the front. And even with your recorded videos, you won't compromise on quality or comfort with the smaller iOS device.

The memory of the iPad mini

The dual-core A5 processor already installed in the older iPad2 provides the Mini with power for games and tools. In contrast, the iPad4 with the dual-core A6X chip has a lot more pizzazz in the case. With normal use of the iPad mini with office applications, videos, photos and common games, you hardly notice a difference. Only with very complex games with 3D graphics could the little brother run out of air. Depending on the configuration, both the large and the small iPad are available with 16, 32 or 64 GB of internal memory, which cannot be expanded.

The iPad mini combines GPS and mobile internet

With all iPads you can go online either via WLAN or your SIM card with the mobile Internet. However, you have to decide on an equipment variant with or without a phone card before buying. It is a pity that the iPad module also depends on the GPS module. You only get that if you choose a device with WiFi and Cellular.

Which apps is the iPad mini compatible with?

It is very practical that you can also use all free and purchase apps for the large iPad on the small device. And you can also use your apps from your iPhone on the iPad mini. In this way, the size of the device is not restricted for applications such as tools, games, e-books or navigation applications.

Do you get a lot of iPad for a small price with the iPad mini?

For the iPad Mini, if you have 32GB of memory, WiFi and a SIM card slot, you can put 559 euros on the table. For this you get a real, small iPad with a reasonable performance loss compared to the iPad 4. For the big brother, you still pay 729 euros. In terms of price, the Android devices such as Google Nexus 7 and Samsung Galaxy Tab are ahead with the same features.

Conclusion: It depends on your area of ​​application

In terms of design and feel, the iPad mini is clearly ahead and is particularly suitable for presentations and the use of simple games and apps. Due to the comfortable size of the screen, the iPad mini is also ideal if you want to surf the Internet. In addition, the small iPad convinces with very good photo and video recordings and a very pleasant screen size. In contrast, the big brother scores with the Retina display and a powerful processor for demanding games.

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It is no coincidence that both the iPad mini and the iPad 4 currently top the CHIP leaderboard.